--- title: Iceland visa for citizens of Cameroon description: "Citizens of Cameroon need a visa for Iceland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/iceland/cameroon lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Iceland visa for citizens of Cameroon Citizens of Cameroon need a visa for Iceland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* Application site: https://island.is/visa-to-iceland ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa · Tourist (up to 90 days) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Visa validity:** 90 days - **Entries:** Single entry - **Processing time:** 15–45 days - **Government fee:** €90 - **Passport validity:** At least 6 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Minimum €50 per day of stay ## How to apply 1. **Complete online application form** — Fill out the Schengen visa application form on the official Icelandic Directorate of Immigration website (island.is/visa-to-iceland). 2. **Print and sign the form** — Print the completed form and sign it by hand. 3. **Book an appointment** — Schedule an in-person appointment at the nearest Icelandic embassy or consulate (or authorized visa centre like VFS Global) to submit documents and biometrics. 4. **Prepare required documents** — Gather all documents listed above (passport, photos, itinerary, insurance, bank statements, etc.). 5. **Attend appointment and submit documents** — Go to the embassy in person; submit your signed form, passport, and all supporting documents; provide fingerprints and photograph. 6. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the €80 government fee (plus any service charge) at the counter – cash or card, depending on the embassy. 7. **Wait for processing** — Processing normally takes 15 calendar days, but may extend up to 45 days if further checks are needed. 8. **Collect passport** — Once a decision is made, collect your passport (with visa sticker) from the embassy/centre, or arrange for courier return where available. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages)** (Travel): Valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen area - **Visa application form (signed)** (Supporting): Complete and print from online portal - **Two recent passport-size photographs** (Supporting): Must meet ICAO standards - **Travel itinerary (flight reservations)** (Travel): Round-trip confirmed or booked itinerary - **Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation** (Travel): For entire stay in Schengen area - **Travel medical insurance** (Supporting): Minimum €30,000 coverage, valid for entire Schengen area - **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements for last 3 months or sponsor letter - **Employment or study proof** (Employment): Employment letter or student ID / enrollment letter - **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit** (Supporting): Brief description of trip and itinerary - **Proof of legal residence (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): If applying outside home country - **Marriage or birth certificate (if family trip)** (Supporting, optional): For family-based visas - **Permission for minor (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): Parental consent and court orders if necessary - **Previous Schengen visas (copies)** (Supporting, optional): If you have traveled to Schengen before - **Invitation letter (if visiting friends/family)** (Supporting, optional): From host in Iceland, with copy of their passport ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** €50 per day of stay - Bank statements (last 3 months) - Sponsorship letter with bank statement of sponsor - Credit card limit statement If sponsored, sponsor's documents must also be submitted. ## Good to know - Biometrics must be collected in person – cannot be done remotely. - Appointment slots can be limited; book well in advance (up to 6 months before travel). - Insurance must be valid for the entire Schengen area, not just Iceland. ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient funds or unclear source of income** — Provide clear, recent bank statements and proof of stable income or sponsorship. - **Incomplete travel medical insurance** — Ensure insurance covers minimum €30,000 and is valid for all Schengen countries. - **Weak ties to home country (risk of overstay)** — Submit proof of employment, family, or property in Cameroon to show intention to return. - **Missing or incorrect documents** — Double-check the checklist on the official website and bring all originals and copies. - **Previous overstay or visa violation in Schengen** — Be honest; if applicable, explain circumstances and provide evidence of compliance. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Cameroon need a visa for Iceland? Citizens of Cameroon need a visa for Iceland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa · Tourist (up to 90 days). ### How long can citizens of Cameroon stay in Iceland? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Iceland visa cost for citizens of Cameroon? Government fee: €90. ### How long does Iceland visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Cameroon need for Iceland? Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages); Visa application form (signed); Two recent passport-size photographs; Travel itinerary (flight reservations); Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; Travel medical insurance; and 8 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Iceland? At least 6 months. ### Where do I apply? Applications go through https://island.is/visa-to-iceland. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay. ## Sources - [island.is](https://island.is/visa-to-iceland) ## More - [Iceland visa for every passport](/visa/iceland) - [Every destination for Cameroon passport holders](/visa/passport/cameroon)